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Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hostel with free WiFi

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Property amenity
Dining
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby lounge
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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27 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886
  • Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Glacier Hot Pools
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiho Hot Tubs
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Franz Josef Glacier

In Franz Josef Glacier .You'll be steps from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and a 5-minute walk from Te Wahipounamu. Our Lady of the Alps and Waiho Hot Tubs are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St James Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

3-star eco-certified hostel with free WiFi
As a guest of Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel, you'll find a hot tub, a library, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. An arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at the eco-certified Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Franz Josef Glacier hostel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offers 23 accommodations. This Franz Josef Glacier hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 17 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 16 days prior to check-in.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel to the airport?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel is 84.5 mi (117-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have a pool?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel to downtown Franz Josef Glacier?

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Franz Josef Glacier.